1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Carina | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
